Elementary Education Teacher - Grade 4 (LTS)

Job Summary

Teach curriculum of Independent School District 196.
Carry out responsibilities as defined by the master contract.
Carry out responsibilities as defined by the principal.
Maintain good communication and cooperation with staff and parents.

Qualifications

• Licensed by the state of Minnesota to teach elementary education.
• Strong general academic background.
• Ability to relate positively to students, staff, and community.
• Demonstrated experience and proficiency working with a culturally, ethnically, racially and socioeconomically diverse school community is preferred.

Compensation / Benefits

Compensation according to contractual agreement.
If benefit eligible, benefits are available to new employees effective the first day of active employment.
Benefits include medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, long term disability insurance, sick-leave, state pension plan, tax-deferred retirement savings account, and flexible spending account.
Some employee groups also receive vacation, holidays or personal leave.

About the Role

Effective Date of Employment Anticipated: Beginning of the 2026-27 school year until the end of the school year.
Application Deadline: July 17, 2026 - 4:00 p.m.
Application Procedures: Internal and External Candidates: Apply on-line at www.district196.org

Responsibilities

Carry out responsibilities as defined by the master contract.
Carry out responsibilities as defined by the principal.
Maintain good communication and cooperation with staff and parents.

Our Team

The team of dedicated educators is committed to the mission of Educating, developing, and inspiring our students for lifelong success.
Core values include student-centered, based in empathy and integrity to support the wellbeing of the whole person, and learning with high expectations for all.
The culture of collaboration fosters an environment of inclusivity, engagement and belonging for all students, and inspires a love of learning for all ages.

Our Vision

To provide the experiences that our students, families and employees desire by developing the whole student and honoring diverse needs and cultures;
engaging students with opportunities in academics, arts and athletics (Triple A philosophy);
and living our mission to prepare students for lifelong success.

About the District

District 196 is a Minnesota public school district of choice, serving more than 29,000 students and 160,000 residents in the cities of Rosemount, Apple Valley, Eagan, Burnsville, Coates, Empire, Inver Grove Heights and Lakeville, and Vermillion Township.
The district has been named to Forbes' list of America's Best-in-State Employers multiple times based on a survey asking employees to rate their employers and how likely they would be to recommend them to others.
The district has 20 elementary schools (grades K-5); six middle schools (grades 6-8); four high schools (grades 9-12); an optional School of Environmental Studies for juniors and seniors; an Area Learning Center high school program; a K-12 special education school, and a special education program serving young adults ages 18-2.
The district also operates three learning centers that provide early childhood and Adult Basic Education services, and offers extensive community education programs and classes for learners of all ages.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As required by Title IX and other state and federal nondiscrimination laws, District 196 does not discriminate in employment or in any of its education programs and activities, including vocational opportunities, on the basis of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, familial status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, age or genetic information.